La Vieille Cure, Fronsac 2010 (1.5L) Normandy The world mourned at the

The world mourned at the loss one of its visionary winemakers who was 52 upon his death

In the Rosaceae family (rose

This is a vin de garde style that requires 4-5 years of cellaring

Still a dense saturated ruby/purple with full body

Bright medium red

La Vieille Cure, Fronsac 2010 (1.5L) Normandy The world mourned at thebase of neck or better; in original carton 92 points Wine Spectator This takes a modern approach, with a noticeable dose of dark, roasted espresso and chocolate up front, but remains grounded in the appellation's textbook racy chalk and charcoal profile. The core of lush fig, plum and blackberry fruit sits in reserve, and the finish is polished and long. Impressive. Best from 2015 through 2025. (JM) (3 2013) 91 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate